The News with Rick Sanchez - April 17, 2020 (15:00 ET)

Military preparing to lock down US capital (Full show)

As DC officials brace for a potential surge in coronavirus cases, a secretive military force called the Joint Task Force National Capital Region (JTF-NCR) has been activated for the purpose of securing the nation’s capital and surrounding areas, quelling unrest, evacuating leaders and ensuring continuity of government if civil government breaks down. RT America’s Michele Greenstein reports. But first, the White House has proposed a three-tiered plan for returning to normal business. RT America's Natasha Sweatte reports. Then former UK MP George Galloway joins Rick Sanchez to discuss ongoing coronavirus situation in Europe. RT America's Trinity Chavez reports on New York's fight against the pandemic. Plus, Steve Gruber, host of “the Steve Gruber Show” and “News.Views.Hughes” host Scottie Nell Hughes discuss the possibility of a lockdown-fueled baby boom.